Emanon - Wayne Shorter (3LP Vinyl + 3CD + Graphic Novel)

Emanon by Wayne Shorter.

Wayne Shorter delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.

In addition to all components of the standard box set, the deluxe box set is accompanied by an expertly crafted box and 3 180-gram vinyl discs. In her introduction, Esperanza Spalding writes: "After reading and listening to Emanon, you might begin to notice alternative realities glimmering beneath the everyday world around you."

Musical Analysis:
Wayne Shorter leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.

Album Story:
"Emanon," the groundbreaking album by jazz legend Wayne Shorter, stands as a remarkable fusion of innovative sound and philosophical depth. Released by Blue Note Records, this album showcases Shorter's genius as a composer and saxophonist, weaving together intricate melodies, complex rhythms, and unexpected structures that challenge conventional jazz norms. Each track is an auditory journey, with music that feels both spontaneous and meticulously crafted. The album is not just a collection of songs; it's an artistic statement that invites listeners to explore the boundaries of their imaginations, echoing the overarching themes of time and existence expressed in the album title, which is "no name" spelled backward—a poignant nod to the idea of identity and the transient nature of life itself.

What sets "Emanon" apart is not just its musical brilliance, but also its distinctive packaging, which borrows from the realm of graphic novels to complement the auditory experience. The stunning artwork and accompanying narrative elevate the album from mere music to an immersive storytelling experience, captivating

Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. Pegasus
A2. Prometheus Unbound
B. Lotus
C. The Three Marias
D. The Three Marias
E1. Lost And Orbits Medley
E2. Lotus
F1. She Moves Through The Fair
F2. Adventures Aboard The Golden Mean
F3. Prometheus Unbound
1-1. Pegasus
1-2. Prometheus Unbound
1-3. Lotus
1-4. The Three Marias
2-1. The Three Marias
2-2. Lost And Orbits Medley
3-1. Lotus
3-2. She Moves Through The Fair
3-3. Adventures Aboard The Golden Mean
3-4. Prometheus Unbound

Credits:
Don Was - Art Direction
Todd Gallopo - Art Direction
Tomo Muscionico - Artwork [Cover Portrait of Wayne]
John Patitucci - Bass
Frank Morelli - Bassoon (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Marc Goldberg - Bassoon (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Eric Bartlett - Cello (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
James Wilson (14) - Cello (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Jonathan Spitz - Cello (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Melissa Meell - Cello (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Alan Kay - Clarinet (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Alicia Lee - Clarinet (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Wayne Shorter - Composed By
Richard Rood - Concertmaster (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Todd Gallopo - Design
Donald Palma - Double Bass (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Jordan Frazier - Double Bass (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Brian Blade - Drums
Jeff Ciampa (2) - Engineer [Additional Engineering] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Giulio Jimenez - Engineer [Assistant Mixing] (D to F3, 2-1 to 3-4)
David Rosenspire - Engineer [Assistant, Additional Recording] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Gabriel Fonseca - Engineer [Assistant, Additional Recording] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Giulio Jimenez - Engineer [Assistant, Additional Recording] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Vicente Ríos Silvestre - Engineer [Assistant, Additional Recording] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Bob Mallory - Engineer [Assistant] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Tim Marchiafava - Engineer [Assistant] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Wayne Shorter Quartet - Ensemble
Scott Southard - Executive-Producer
Tom Korkidis - Executive-Producer
Liz Mann - Flute (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Susan Palma - Flute (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Julie Landsman - Horn (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Stewart Rose - Horn (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Randy DuBurke - Illustration
Bernie Grundman - Lacquer Cut By
Frank Morelli - Leader [Principal Bassoon] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Eric Bartlett - Leader [Principal Cello] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Alan Kay - Leader [Principal Clarinet] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Donald Palma - Leader [Principal Double Bass] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Susan Palma - Leader [Principal Flute] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Stewart Rose - Leader [Principal Horn] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
James Austin Smith - Leader [Principal Oboe] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Louis Hanzlik - Leader [Principal Trumpet] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Dov Scheindlin - Leader [Principal Viola] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Calvin Wiersma - Leader [Principal Violin II] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Esperanza Spalding - Liner Notes
Mark Wilder - Mastered By
Rob Griffin (3) - Mixed By
Alexandra Knoll - Oboe (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
James Austin Smith - Oboe (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra - Orchestra (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Cem Kurosman - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Colby Silon - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Don Was - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Eduardo Ribeiro (2) - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Francisco Marmol - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Iain Snodgrass - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Jill Lamothe - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Josh Kamzan - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Justin Seltzer - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Rachel Jones (7) - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Steve Cook (12) - Other [Proudly Presented By The Blue Note / Capitol Team]
Dorsay Alavi - Photography By [Of Wayne On Page 7]
Danilo Perez - Piano
Don Was - Producer
Wayne Shorter - Producer
Rob Griffin (3) - Recorded By
Todd Whitelock - Recorded By (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Rob Griffin (3) - Recorded By [Additional Recording] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Wayne Shorter - Tenor Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone
Maya Gunji - Timpani (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Michael Powell (7) - Trombone (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Carl Albach - Trumpet (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Louis Hanzlik - Trumpet (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Daniel Panner - Viola (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Dov Scheindlin - Viola (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Mark Holloway (3) - Viola (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Nardo Poy - Viola (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Adela Peña - Violin [II] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Calvin Wiersma - Violin [II] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Eriko Sato - Violin [II] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Ronnie Bauch - Violin [II] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Joanna Jenner - Violin [I] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Laura Frautschi - Violin [I] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Martha Caplin-Silverman - Violin [I] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Renee Jolles - Violin [I] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Richard Rood - Violin [I] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Sophia Kessinger - Violin [I] (A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4)
Monica Sly - Written-By
Wayne Shorter - Written-By

Notes:
Deluxe box set. Comes with 3 LP's, 3 CD's and graphic novel.

Tracks A1 to C, 1-1 to 1-4: The Wayne Shorter Quartet with Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Recorded at Avatar Studios, New York, NY
Additional Engineering at Studuio Orange, Columbus, OH
Additional Recording at Danilo's Jazz Club, American Trade Hotel, Casco Viejo, Panama
Mixed at AcousTech Music Productions, Panama City, Panama
Mastered at Battery Mastering Studios, New York, NY

Tracks D to F3, 2-1 to 3-4: The Wayne Shorter Quartet live in London
Recorded at The Barbican, London, UK
Mixed at AcousTech Music Productions, Panama City, Panama
Mastered at Battery Mastering Studios, New York, NY

Box back side, LP cover back sides, CD disc imprints:
Blue Note Records; ⓅⒸ 2018 Wayne Shorter under exclusive license to UMG Recordings, Inc. Manufactured by Blue Note Records

LP label imprints:
Blue Note Records Inc · New York USA
Blue Note Records; Ⓒ 2018 Wayne Shorter under exclusive license to UMG Recordings, Inc. Manufactured by Blue Note Records

Graphic novel book:
First published in the United States of America, September 2018
Printed and bound in U.S.A.
Blue Note Records; Ⓒ 2018 Wayne Shorter under exclusive license to UMG Recordings, Inc.
Manufactured by Blue Note Records

First release date in USA: 14. September 2018
First release date in Europe: 28. September 2018

Some copies of this release were signed, by Wayne Shorter, for pre-ordering.

Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.

Collector's Notes:
Blue Note's legendary sound engineering delivers exceptional quality. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.

Artist: Wayne Shorter

Format: 3LP + 3CD

Genre: Jazz

Label: Blue Note

Catalog Number: B002776901

Release Year: 2018

Country: United States

Condition: Sealed (New)